User Experience Designer

Join a leading organization driving innovation in housing finance and technology, where design plays a key role in improving digital tools that support millions of users nationwide. As a UI/UX Designer, you’ll help create intuitive, accessible, and engaging digital experiences that make complex systems simple and usable. This is a hybrid role based in Reston, VA, with a collaborative team dedicated to purposeful design and product excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct user research, interviews, and usability testing to uncover insights and pain points.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to communicate design concepts and flows.
• Design high-fidelity, brand-aligned interfaces for web and mobile platforms.
• Define interaction patterns, motion, and feedback to ensure seamless user experiences.
• Collaborate closely with product owners, developers, and cross-functional partners.
• Maintain and evolve scalable design systems and component libraries.
• Ensure accessibility and responsiveness across devices and screen sizes.

What You’ll Bring

• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Strong understanding of UX principles, design thinking, and user-centered design.
• Experience with responsive and accessible design (WCAG standards).
• Ability to leverage user feedback and data to iterate effectively.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Bonus Points

• Front-end development knowledge (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Background in enterprise or client-facing digital products.

Logistics

• Location: Reston, VA
• Structure: Hybrid (3–4 days per week on-site)
• Interviews: Two rounds (one on-site)
• Hours: 40 per week
• Portfolio: Required
• Duration: Long-term ongoing contract (initial 1-year term with opportunity to extend)
• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship (W2 only)
• Benefits: Health, vision, dental, and 401(k) options available after 60 days of work
• Pay: $75–85 per hour, depending on experience

Compensation for this position will be determined based on several factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role; market labor costs; the candidate’s skills, education, training, credentials, and experience; and other employment conditions. Full-time consultants are eligible for benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) contributions, along with any PTO, sick leave, or other benefits required by applicable state or local laws where you reside or work.